Tom Hickey

Med Tech Gurus

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Med Tech Gurus is a podcast dedicated to helping medical device executives stay on the leading edge of their industry. Whether you're looking to grow your sales team, commercialize new devices, set up national accounts, or improve your clinical performances, this podcast is designed to help. Each episode features an interview with a thought leader or practitioner, discussing topics like: sales force, innovation, patient outcomes, emerging technologies, supply chain, group purchasing organizations, device launches, value analysis, biotech, and more.

Author

Tom Hickey

Category

Business

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

The Process of Scaling Manufacturing with Abbi Johnson of 3M 12.08.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Ms. Abbi Johnson who is a product development engineer at 3 M, discusses the best practices of going from a prototype to scaling manufacturing to support a global product launch. Abbi discusses the best practices involved in getting the best results when going from the bench to massive product. She discusses what might be done to avoid costly mistakes and the key...

How to Transform Capital Into Value 05.08.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Mr. Christopher Bradley provides some terrific insights into powering interoperability in healthcare. Chris takes us through the journey of one of companies Mana Healthcare from the early days at the NYU incubator to the exit in selling the company to Comcast!  Chris brings even more value by discussing what an entrepreneur should do to attract the RIGHT type of...

In Patient Care One Size Doesn't Fit All with Robin Huneke- Rosenberg, RN 29.07.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Ms. Robin Huneke-Rosenberg discusses the challenges of product development. In todays patientcare environment new products need to be focused on the patient and clinicians that use them. Products should not be one size fits all but rather adapted to the clinical application and the patients they will be used on. One size does not fit all! Listen in as Robin bring...

From Design to Exit with Peter Verrillo 22.07.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Mr. Peter Verillo CEO of Enhatch takes us through his journey as a serial entrepreneur. Peter discusses the key components necessary for a successful product launch. Data is now a key component to every entrepreneur's value proposition. Peter discuss how one might obtain and use this data to attract both investors and customers. Listen in as Peter demonstrates wh...

Understanding a Regional GPO with Jackie Dula 15.07.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Ms. Jackie Dula Chief Commercialization Officer at the Capstone Health Alliance discusses the key differentiators of a regional GPO. Jackie illuminates how the work and what made Capstone the #1 regional GPO in terms of membership. In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Ms. Jackie Dula Chief Commercialization Officer at the Capstone Health Alliance discusses the key...

A Serial Entrepreneur and His Harvard Case Study 08.07.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Mr. Jerry Sanders CEO of San Francisco Science a tech incubator discusses some of the finer points of working with investors. He discusses how he met Dr. Shaw a cardiovascular surgeon at an event and how that led to 6 successful product exits. Jerry discusses Shaw's Laws of raising money and how that turned into a Harvard Case study.   Listen in as Jerry demonstr...

Be the Signal Among the Noise with April Zambelli-Weiner 01.07.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus, we have Dr. April- Zambelli-Weiner.   April is CEO of TTI Health Research and Economics and brings some incredible insights into how real-world evidence can play a huge role into how your product is received. April discusses the importance on a market access road map and why that is important. Listen in as April will challenge you about what you know about your m...

Creative Customer Problem Solving with Koree Carter of 3M 24.06.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus, we have Ms. Koree Carter of 3M. Koree 's job is manufacturing problem solving and "creative customer problem solving. I can't imagine a more demanding job! Koree provides some amazing insights and best practices as she Rocks The Podcast!

What Your Organization Is Designed to Do with Dave Franta of 3M 17.06.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus, Mr. Dave Franta of 3M discusses the importance of focus in the product development process. However Dave goes deeper, understanding what your organization is designed to do is a critical component for success!

Keep the Patient In Mind with Del Lawson, Ph.D 10.06.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Dr. Del Lawson discuss why it is important to always keep the patient in mind when designing Med tech product. Dr. Lawson gets into why entrepreneurs should never totally fall in love with their product as this can create bias which can be very costly. Listen in as Dr Lawson provides amazing insights and proves why he is a GURU!

Why a Polymer is Like A Spaghetti Dinner! with Bret Ludwig, Ph.D 03.06.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Dr. Bret Ludwig of 3M discusses the various best practices in taking a product from the bench to scaling it for high volume manufacturing. Bret helps us understand why patience is important in product development and why persistence is a necessary ingredient. Bret rocks the podcast and clearly demonstrates why he is a GURU!

How to De-Risk Your Product Launch w/ Jabril Bensedrine, Ph.D 27.05.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Dr. Jabril Bensedrine joins us Jabril provides amazing insights on how to plan a product launch. Jabril explains that a go to market plan has become a science. The goal is to reduce risks to maximize your likelihood of success. Qualitative data is the key! Listen in as Gurus as Dr Bensedrine proves why he is a GURU!

Start With the End in Mind with Tristan Wright 20.05.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Mr. Tristan Wright joins us from Australia. Tristan brings incredible value with explaining why we should always start with THE END IN MIND!. Tristan also explains what a Sherpa is and why you should consider having one! Listen in as Gurus as Tristan ROCKS the Mic!

130+ Patents & Final Jeopardy Question w/ Audrey Sherman 13.05.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Ms. Audrey Sherman discusses how she became the holder of over 130 patents. Audrey discusses her journey of innovation. Listen in as Audrey discuss the best practices of innovation & how she became a Final Jeopardy Question!

Making Huge Impacts with Big Data w/ Phillip Abraham Of Cloudface Technologies 06.05.2020

Big Data is widely discussed in Healthcare and other Industries. Mr Phillip Abraham has spent his caeer implementing BIG DATA programs with amazing results. Listen in a Phil discuss how BIG DATA helped Loma Linda University dramatically reduce there supply costs, while at the same time improving patient outcomes!

Turning Your Fears Into a New Business Opportunity w/ Charmaine Gregory, MD 29.04.2020

Have you ever had a fear of public speaking? Have you ever had burnout? In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Dr. Charmaine Gregory brings amazing insights on how to conquer these fears and work outside your comfort zone. Dr. Gregory shares her personal experiences with these issues and how she turned them into a business!    Listen in as Dr. Gregory demonstrates why she is a GURU!

Marketing is More Than Advertising! with Lesly Marban 22.04.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Ms Lesly Marban brings incredible value regarding the world of marketing. Leslie discusses the concept of starting small and staying nimble. Once you have perfected your product then scale. Lesly goes on to discuss communication best practices that a leader needs to be cognizant of. Listen in as Lesly ROCKS the Mic!

Do you have Liquidsmarts? w/ Mr. Ed Staten 15.04.2020

In this episode of Med Tech Gurus. Ed Staten Director of Sales and Sales Operations of Liquidsmarts LLC discusses the importance of staying on top of your game. Sales training and development is not static. Ed discusses ideas and techniques you can use today to be the GURU you should be!

The Health Technology Assessment w/ Dee Donatelli 08.04.2020

This is an AMAZING episode jammed packed with Value. Ms. Dee Donatelli, Founder of Dee Donatelli Consulting, President of the Association for Healthcare Resources and Materials Management (AHRMM) and past Chairperson of the Association for Healthcare Value Analysis Professionals (AHVAP) joins us. Listen in as Dee dives deep into healthcare value analysis and what you should be doing to enhance you...

How to Achieve WowTcomes with Sharon Weinstein of SMW Group 01.04.2020

In this informative episode Ms. Sharon Weinstein Founder and CEO Of the SMW Group discuss many key topics affecting our GURUs today. From Covid- 19 impacts such as supply chain disruptions, Sharon helps us understand what we should be thinking about. Sharon also goes into her trademarked concept of WowTcomes, and how our GURUs can benefit from practicing this. You don't want to miss this episode o...

Disaster Avoidance Experts with Gleb Tsipursky, PH.D 25.03.2020

In this timely episode of Med Tech Gurus Dr. Gleb Tsipursky discusses his new best selling book; Never Go With Your Gut: How Pioneering Leaders Make the Best Decisions and Avoid Business Disasters. Gleb gets into why you as an entrepreneur should never rely solely on your gut for decision making. Gleb brings his 15 years of experience in academia as a cognitive neuroscientist and behavioral econom...

The Corona Virus – How a Guru Should Respond 18.03.2020

Supply chain in disruption. Hospitals are becoming over-whelmed. Companies reps are being barred entry into their accounts. What are some of the best practices your company should be considering. In this special episode of Med Tech Gurus listen in as we bring back to GURUs, Ms. Barbara Strain and Mr. Skender Daerti. Both of these GURUs bring incredible insights into what you should be thinking and...

The Guru of Blood Products w/ Christian Ries of Sharpless Healthcare Consulting 11.03.2020

In this informative episode Mr. Christian Ries  of Sharpless Healthcare Consulting , discusses the best practices he develop while setting up a very unique blood sourcing strategy for a major IDN. Christian developed a process that created not only huge saving and efficiencies but also enhanced the efficient distribution and availability of these critical products. Christian goes on to explain les...

The Best Practices of A Global Launch w/ Zach Selch VP of Global Sales Pharmajet 04.03.2020

In this informative episode Mr. Zach Selch VP of Global Sales for Pharmajet, discusses the best practices of a global launch for your med tech. perhaps more importantly Zach discusses some of the common missteps that can cause companies to lose lost time and significant dollars.

How to Pitch Like a Pro with Frank Ripullo & Ken Hubbard 26.02.2020

Question? As an aspiring med tech entrepreneur does the thought of trying to raise significant amounts of outside investment dollars give you anxiety. If you are currently a CEO would you be interested in a 6-fold increase in the likelihood that you will be funded? Listen in to this episode of Med Tech Gurus, we welcome Mr. Frank Ripullo and Mr. Ken Hubbard to discuss the amazing results they are...

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